Category Archives: History
The Phantom Cup that Comes and Goes: The Story of the Holy Grail March 5th 1-2pm
For over 400 years Gresham Professors have given free public lectures in the City of London. These lectures continue today and you can see the eclectic lineup on the Gresham College website. I’ve included the historical background on the College below … Continue reading
Wolf Hall and Bring up the Bodies to be adapted for stage by Royal Shakespeare Company
This is a special post for my bookgroup, who are working diligently to get through Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies Hilary Mantel‘s Booker Prize winning novels will be played in two parts at the Swan Theatre from 11 … Continue reading
The Course, Art History Lectures: Courts and Monarchs
Although I haven’t attended any of the lectures/visits/walks offered by “THE COURSE”, the offerings have piqued my interest and when i can find the time, I will definitely attend at least one. The Course was started in 1994 by Mary … Continue reading
Vivaldi and Handel in the intimate and unique setting of the Tower of London – October 8th
The Band of the Chapels Royal, HM Tower of London From the Tower “Experience the beauty and splendour of three baroque masterpieces in the historic and intimate surroundings of Henry VIII’s Chapel in … Continue reading
Posted in Book Tickets Now!, Concerts, History, London, Other London Things
Tagged Chapel Royal, Choir, Handel, Henry VIII, Henry VIII of England, London, Tower, Tower of London
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The Arab Uprisings- LSE on October 25th
From the LSE : “For many living in the Arab world, change felt like a distant dream. But the desperate act of a young Tunisian man in October 2010 would be the touchpaper that united people in anger and … Continue reading
Hidden Spaces and History at Somerset House
Hidden Spaces and History… Somerset House offers hour long tours in which you’ll discover evidence of Tudor intrigue and Georgian Enlightenment, scientific curiosity and naval power, extravagant entertainments and ‘the King’s Shilling’, as they lead you from the airy lightwells … Continue reading
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Allied Bombing of German Cities – Intelligent Squared debate on October 25th
Intelligence Squared is launching a new series of history debates covering controversial events of the 20th century. This will be kicked off in October with “The Allied bombing of German cities in World War II was unjustifiable”, with historians … Continue reading
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British Museum – Shakespeare Staging the World July 19- November 25th
From the British Museum “The British Museum is staging a major exhibition on the world of Shakespeare, in collaboration with the Royal Shakespeare Company. The exhibition provides a unique insight into the emerging role of London as a world city, … Continue reading
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Tagged British Museum, London, shakespeare, William Shakespeare
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Kensington Palace reopening in March
Over the last few months, I have been keenly observing (from the outside) the £12 million transformation that Kensington Palace is undergoing. The gardens alone will be worth visiting when it re-opens on 26 March. But there will be an … Continue reading
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The Strongman: Vladimir Putin and the Struggle for Russia – January 10th , London School of Economics
Time: 6.30-8pm Venue: Hong Kong Theatre, Clement House Speaker: Angus Roxburg Snowdrops, by Economist journalist Andrew Miller, generated an animated discussion of contemporary Russia in my bookgroup last week and an interest in finding out a bit more about the … Continue reading
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Tagged Andrew Miller, Moscow, Putin, Russia, Vladimir Putin
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DECADE – Sept 1st – Oct 15th
I am always eager to attend theatre in unusual venues and in the information about this show it mentions that St Katharine Docks is one of London’s best kept secrets – situated in the heart of historic London next to … Continue reading
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Tagged Arts, England, London, River Thames, Rupert Goold, Theatre, Tower Bridge, United States
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The Gurkhas, Special Force Lecture at National Army Museum, August 10th 7pm
The National Army Museum has a series of celebrity speakers who explore the social, economic and historical aspects and influences of the British Army. There is an interesting one coming up about Gurkhas. The community where I lived in Hong … Continue reading
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Tagged Asia, British Army, British Empire, Gurkha, Hong Kong, National Army Museum, Nepal, Special forces
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A summer solstice trail of standing stones – something to do this weekend…..
Keep your eyes peeled and you’ll spot bits of ancient heritage in a field near you. It’s been years since my archaeology class visited Stonehenge and Silbury Hill (the largest man-made mound in Europe) and I had forgotten how many … Continue reading
Les Joueurs Mysterieuse at Earl’s Court Festival
The only information I have on this event is what it says on their website—but it sounds like fun. If you can’t make it you might want to go on a regular tour of Brompton Cemetery which i mentioned once … Continue reading
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Tagged Brompton Cemetery, Cemeteries, Cemetery, London
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Visit Althorp, July and August
I spent Friday at Althorp Literary Festival in the lovely setting of the Spencer family seat. Charles Spencer, who was there as both host and author, was a gracious, humorous speaker and historian with endless anecdotes about life at Althorp … Continue reading
Ten years after 9/11: The World Remade – Intelligence Squared Debate June 27th
Intelligence Squared is a global forum for live debate, dedicated to creating knowledge through contest. Now operating in London, New York, Sydney, Hong Kong, Kiev and Abuja, it provides a unique platform for leading figures in politics, journalism, and the … Continue reading
London Jewellery Week, JewelEast – Old Spitalfields Market June 6-12
Historic Old Spitalfields Market will be one of the venues used during London Jewellery Week. The Jewel East event will feature new jewellery designers showcasing their work. London Jewellery Week – JewelEast — Old Spitalfields Market. Spitalfields Market 105a Commercial … Continue reading
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Tagged East End of London, Jewellery, London, Old Spitalfields Market, Shopping, Spitalfields
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Middle Temple Hall – Andras Schiff piano recital Nov 17th
With London just warming up for summer, November seems a way off. That said, I recommend getting tickets to see Andras Schiff perform in the stunning and historical Middle Temple Hall. His 2008 performance rapidly sold out and … Continue reading
Posted in Book Tickets Now!, Concerts, Hidden Gems, History, London
Tagged András Schiff, Knights Templar, London, Ludwig van Beethoven, Middle Temple, Temple Church
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Brompton Cemetery Tours on Sundays
Public tours of Brompton Cemetery, located near Earl’s Court, are offered every Sunday in May, June and July. Tours begin at 14:00 from the South Lodge, just inside the Fulham Road entrance, and last about two hours. The Brompton … Continue reading
Posted in Hidden Gems, History, London, Other London Things, Sunday, Weekend
Tagged Brompton Cemetery, London
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Grant Museum of Zoology-Museums at Night: Life and Death Treasure Hunt
Fri May 13 Grant Museum of Zoology I can’t go to this since i’m seeing Kingdom of Earth at the Print Room (see below) but this sounds sort of fun and the museum just re-opened recently. Join the chase and … Continue reading
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Tagged Archaeology, London, Museum, University College London
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